How far is Roanoke from Boston?

The distance separating Roanoke and Boston is 587 miles (947 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Roanoke to Boston?

Most of the buses traveling from Roanoke to Boston leave from Salem - Exit 140 Park & Ride and arrive at Back Bay Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Boston?

Once in Boston, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Boston Celtics at TD Garden, Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park, Boston Fire Museum, Museum of Science and Boston Public Library.

Bus Roanoke to Boston from $65 | Refundable Tickets

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: September 4 at 4:40am
Departure city: Roanoke
Departure location: Roanoke Bus Stop
Arrival time: September 5 at 5:40am
Destination city: Boston
Destination location: Brookline
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 1h
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: September 4 at 4:40am
Departure city: Roanoke
Departure location: Roanoke Bus Stop
Arrival time: September 4 at 10:45pm
Destination city: Boston
Destination location: Boston (South Station)
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 18h 5m
Departure time: September 4 at 4:40am
Departure city: Roanoke
Departure location: Roanoke Bus Stop
Arrival time: September 4 at 10:45pm
Destination city: Boston
Destination location: Boston (South Station)
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 18h 5m
Departure time: September 4 at 4:40am
Departure city: Roanoke
Departure location: Roanoke Bus Stop
Arrival time: September 5 at 2:45pm
Destination city: Boston
Destination location: 151 Steel Pl, Cambridge
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 10h

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Compare 2 ways to go from Roanoke to Boston.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$65 - $251	Average Duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$77 - $574	Average Duration17h 19m	CO₂ emissions 86kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Roanoke to Boston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 17 hours 19 minutes and with fares starting at just $77, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

17h 19mAverage Duration

$77Cheapest ticket

86kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Roanoke to Boston, MA, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$91

Average bus trip duration1d 1h

Number of daily buses4

Earliest bus departure3:40am

Distance586 miles (945 km)

Latest bus departure4:40am

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Greyhound

3.5/587,224 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Amtrak Roanoke Boston recent customer reviews

Very pleased with my trip. Seats were comfortable and staff was nice

Kimberly M.

December 16, 2023

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

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Where are the popular stops in Roanoke and Boston?

Stops in Roanoke

A - Salem - Exit 140 Park & Ride

Stops in Boston

A - Back Bay Station

B - South Station

C - North Station

D - Copley Square

E - Prudential MBTA Station

F - Copley MBTA Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Roanoke - Boston, MA, US

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Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Roanoke to Boston.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Roanoke to Boston, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Roanoke to Boston that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

What's the cheapest way to go from Roanoke to Boston, MA, US?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 1h	Avg Price$91	Daily Departures4
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time17h 19m	Avg Price$119	Daily Departures5

Will you be returning to Roanoke by bus?

Bus from Boston, MA, US to Roanoke

You can also go to Boston, MA, US by train

Train from Roanoke to Boston, MA, US

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